Tag: Holy Spirit

The one who took the place of Judas Iscariot

Who was the one who took the place of Judas Iscariot?

Matthias was one of the 12 apostles. Let’s consider 12 things we know about him

  1. Matthias fulfilled prophecy
  2. Matthias was intimately acquainted with the Lord Jesus.
  3. Matthias was chosen to be an apostle by the Lord.
  4. Matthias received the baptism of the Holy Spirit.
  5. Matthias performed signs and wonders.
  6. Matthias with great power was giving testimony to the resurrection of Jesus.
  7. Matthias helped distribute money to needy saints.
  8. Matthias was arrested, threatened and beaten.
  9. Matthias helped resolve a problem with needy widows.
  10. Matthias was able to give Christians the Holy Spirit.
  11. Matthias assisted in resolving the controversy over circumcision.
  12. Matthias was part of the foundation of the church by teaching the doctrine of Christ.

The Language of Ashdod

 
We should be speaking as the bible speaks. 
1. Not saying we are ‘witnessing for Jesus’ 
2. Not saying ‘the Holy Spirit guides us apart from the word of God’
3. Not saying there are ‘christians’ in denominations